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SUMMARY:From Obstacles to Opportunity: How Great Leaders Turn Setbacks into Strength
DESCRIPTION:Every day at camp brings the unexpected: storms\, staffing shifts\, homesickness\, or last-minute parent concerns. These obstacles can feel overwhelming\, but how leaders respond doesn’t just keep camp running smoothly; it models resilience and mindset skills for the next generation. In this engaging session\, resilience strategist Erin Mark shares her story of overcoming impossible odds while living with a terminal illness. \nThat journey from “training to die” to “training to live” shapes her message about urgency\, reinvention\, and mindset shifts that fuel resilience. Through humor\, story\, and practical tools\, Erin equips camp professionals to reframe setbacks\, turn obstacles into opportunities\, and strengthen their own leadership. Attendees will leave inspired and ready to thrive through challenges both at camp and beyond!
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/from-obstacles-to-opportunity-how-great-leaders-turn-setbacks-into-strength-2/
LOCATION:Room 313
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SUMMARY:Growing a Camper and Staff MESH Program - A Case Study
DESCRIPTION:This roundtable chat will explore one camp’s progression of MESH (Mental\, Emotional\, Social Health) support for staff and campers. From sporadic virtual consulting to the development of an on-site MESH department\, Frost Valley YMCA has continued to invest in the well-being of its stakeholders and has seen the benefits. You’ll hear from Frost Valley’s mental health consultant\, who has been working with the camp since the inception of the program\, as well as its new on-site MESH Director. You’ll also hear insights from members of the Frost Valley director team\, who can share about some of the successes and setbacks faced over the years. They’ll share about prioritizing MESH in the budget\, thoughts on creating and implementing intentional policies\, and more! Camp leaders who are considering making an investment in the mental\, emotional\, and social well-being of their campers and staff can’t miss this! Folks who have created MESH programs and roles are encouraged to come share their stories and experiences.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/growing-a-camper-and-staff-mesh-program-a-case-study-2/
LOCATION:Room 313
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
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SUMMARY:Lessons from Two Recent ACA Legends of Camping Award Winners: Recalling the Past\, Assessing the Present\, and Predicting the Future
DESCRIPTION:Join two of ACA’s most recent Legends of Camping Award recipients as they share stories from their journeys\, reflect on today’s challenges\, and inspire us with a vision for the future of camp. Packed with wisdom\, humor\, and heart\, this session will leave you energized and reminded of why camp matters yesterday\, today\, and tomorrow.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/lessons-from-two-recent-aca-legends-of-camping-award-winners-recalling-the-past-assessing-the-present-and-predicting-the-future-2/
LOCATION:Room 313
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T094500
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SUMMARY:Don't Pop the Camp Bubble
DESCRIPTION:This session will equip camp leaders with effective strategies for training staff to foster a safe\, positive environment free from “hot topic” discussions such as politics\, social media\, religion\, and relationships. We’ll begin by exploring the concept of the “camp bubble” — what it means for your camp community\, how to maintain it\, and how to respond if it “pops.” Participants will leave with practical training tools and techniques to help staff manage sensitive situations and preserve the fun\, stress-free\, and silly atmosphere that makes camp such a special place for kids.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/dont-pop-the-camp-bubble-2/
LOCATION:Room 313
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T093000
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SUMMARY:Universal Design for Camps: Proactively Adapting Activities to Include ALL Campers
DESCRIPTION:Many campers with disabilities\, or those who are considered “outside the box”\, are left on the fringes of camp activities. They often have to sit out of certain activities or may not fully understand what’s going on\, leading to feelings of disconnection\, unworthiness\, and despair. How can we as camp professionals create a seat at the table for ALL our campers? \nAttendees will gain an understanding of the need to proactively prepare and adapt camp activities to include ALL campers\, especially those who identify as disabled or differently abled. Using specific examples of campers who are deaf or hard of hearing\, session attendees will work to proactively include these “outside of the box” campers by adapting current popular camp activities. Learn how to declare\, “YOU MATTER\,” to those who are traditionally left out. \n*This is a repeat session from last year.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/universal-design-for-camps-proactively-adapting-activities-to-include-all-campers-2/
LOCATION:Room 313
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260310T151500
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SUMMARY:Hiring in Real Life: Managing Late Hires Without Lowering the Bar
DESCRIPTION:Even the most organized camps can find themselves hiring in June or scrambling mid-season when someone backs out. This session offers realistic systems to help leaders manage late hires strategically\, not desperately. We’ll unpack what’s truly essential in screening\, reference checks\, and onboarding when time is tight\, and how to design condensed training plans that still reinforce culture\, safety\, and professionalism. Participants will learn how to communicate expectations clearly\, document effectively\, and build quick-connect strategies that help new staff feel part of the team within days. Whether you’re filling a counselor role or a leadership gap\, you’ll leave with practical templates\, communication tools\, and HR-informed guidance that keep standards high\, even when the clock is not on your side.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/hiring-in-real-life-managing-late-hires-without-lowering-the-bar-2/
LOCATION:Room 313
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SUMMARY:Technology & Operations at Camp
DESCRIPTION:Behind every smooth camp day is a hundred moving parts: bunks\, activities\, meals\, staff breaks\, and last-minute changes. In this session\, Eyal Abadi\, founder of Campify\, shares practical strategies for streamlining camp operations using automation and AI. Attendees will learn how to automate parts of their job and increase their own efficiency through non-technical tools (such as Zapier\, ChatGPT Custom Agents and other useful tools)\, all pre-built tools which will be distributed freely after the session.  The session also includes a hands-on DIY component\, giving participants the chance to implement these ideas at their own camps and walk away with actionable solutions ready to use. Bring your laptop!
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/technology-operations-at-camp-2/
LOCATION:Room 313
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SUMMARY:Angry and Unreasonable Parents: Boundaries\, Legal Obligations\, and Practical Responses
DESCRIPTION:Every camp director has faced the parent who crosses the line—from custody disputes and refund demands to threats of lawsuits\, social media campaigns\, or demands that staff or campers be dismissed. This session provides a roadmap for navigating these high-stress encounters. We’ll unpack your true legal obligations\, explore diffusion strategies that calm tensions\, and highlight the contract language you can use in enrollment and staff agreements to establish clear boundaries before problems arise. Attendees should leave with practical talking points\, policy tools\, and a clearer understanding of where your responsibility begins and ends.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/angry-and-unreasonable-parents-boundaries-legal-obligations-and-practical-responses-3/
LOCATION:Room 313
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